Polynesian canoeing in the Bay of the Somme, kite flying on the long beaches of Fort-Mahon, rafting in Picquigny or discovering the impressive silhouette of Amiens Cathedral by barge... these are just some of the pleasures the Somme can offer you. Hiking in all its forms is also an excellent way to discover the variety of landscapes of the department. The bay of the Somme is one of the most beautiful hiking sites in France. Cyclists can take advantage of specially dedicated paths and discover the coastal landscapes during long recreational or more sportive rides. In the rest of the department, enjoy the forest of Crécy or the towpath along the Somme. This destination is a must for nature lovers! In the heart of the natural reserve of the Somme bay, the Marquenterre park is a Mecca for bird migration crossing the continents from Europe to Africa. Arm yourself with good binoculars and enjoy this natural and soothing spectacle.
When to go to the Somme ? If you need to reconnect with nature, relax, take a breather or enjoy your family, you can go to the Somme all year round to go hiking or biking to discover the Somme bay, the Rambures castle or in Amiens visit the cathedral or the zoo. From April to September, you can enjoy the beaches, at low tide to look for shells and at high tide to swim with a more or less warm water, or practice activities such as sand yachting (in a wetsuit), walking or biking, crossing the bay of the Somme (with your hat) and why not the longe-côte (in a wetsuit of course!).
The climate of the Somme benefits from two influences which are quite clearly distinguished from the distribution of climatic actors in its geography. In its western and north-western part, the department benefits from an oceanic influence marked by more frequent and abundant precipitations than inland. Temperatures are milder on the ocean side than inland, but overall, the Somme is very pleasant throughout the year.
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